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"sending a smaller number of" vs "sending smaller number of"

Both phrases are similar, but the first one 'sending a smaller number of' is the correct construction. The article 'a' is needed before 'smaller number of' to make the phrase grammatically correct. The second phrase is missing the article and sounds incomplete.

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

sending a smaller number of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to sending a reduced quantity of something compared to a previous amount.

sending smaller number of

This phrase is incorrect as it is missing the necessary article 'a'.

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